Clean Water Act at 50 - US Water Alliance

October 18, 2022, marks the 50th anniversary of the Clean Water Act. To commemorate this milestone, the US Water Alliance interviewed top water sector leaders on the history of the Clean Water Act, the impact it has had in their communities, what the Clean Water Act means to them, and what is needed in the next 50 years to ensure an equitable and sustainable water future for all.

Click through the links below to learn more about the past, present, and future of the Clean Water Act.

To access the full video series, click here.

Overview »

Learn about the history, importance, and possible future surrounding the Clean Water Act.

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History »

Learn the backstory of the Clean Water Act and the key players and cities that advocated for its passage.

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Importance »

Learn from top One Water leaders on what the Clean Water Act has meant to them and to their communities.

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Future »

Learn from top One Water leaders on how we can work to achieve a sustainable and equitable water future in the next 50 years.

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Thank you to the One Water leaders who contributed to this project!